Dec 13, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Manufacturing Injuries, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Amputation injuries are among the most devastating workplace accidents, often leaving employees with permanent disabilities and a lifetime of challenges. When employers fail to prioritize workplace safety, particularly around heavy machinery, the consequences can be...
Dec 6, 2024 | Natural Gas Injuries, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Wrongful Death
Mexico’s state-run oil company, Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex), has faced longstanding criticism for its safety practices. Despite pledging to eliminate worker fatalities in 2024, Pemex has already suffered multiple fatal incidents this year, leading to at least six...
Nov 21, 2024 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injury, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident
Petrochemical facilities are essential to the production of fuels, plastics, and other products critical to modern life. However, the hazards associated with storing and processing petroleum products are significant. A recent petroleum tank fire in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is...
Nov 14, 2024 | Burn Injury, Explosion, Manufacturing Injuries, Uncategorized, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries
Workplace accidents can be devastating, especially when they involve explosions that put lives at risk and lead to serious injuries. On a recent Tuesday afternoon in Louisville, Kentucky, an explosion at a manufacturing plant sent shockwaves through the community,...
Oct 25, 2024 | Manufacturing Injuries, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Ethanol production has become an essential industry in the U.S., where millions of tons of grain, primarily corn, are processed to create biofuel. While ethanol plants contribute significantly to renewable energy, these facilities also expose workers to numerous...
Oct 23, 2024 | Asphalt Plant Explosions, Chemical Injuries, Chemical Plant Accident, Personal Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
Working near asphalt tanks presents numerous risks for workers, particularly in construction, road paving, and maintenance industries. Asphalt, a petroleum-based material used primarily in road construction and roofing, is stored in large, heated tanks to maintain its...
